Factual Questions

Questions that extract factual knowledge and information.

Frame factual questions to target factual information needed for recall or restatement of concepts. In factual questions, the student is NOT asked to compare or relate material or make any inductive or deductive leaps.

Use of Factual Questions

Use factual questions to draw out factual answers, check recall, or recognize critical information.

Key Crafting Words

• Who, what, why, when, where
• Match, select
• Describe, define
• Omit, which one; which is the best one, how much
• Cite, label, list, state

Example

When did the United States enter World War II?

Technology and Rationale

Factual recall implies immediate mental dexterity with information so can judge if student's have the base knowledge they need.

This can help students review for a test, stay updated on reading assignments, or inform them what content they need to review.